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President Zelenskyy removed defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov amid a government reshuffle, citing conflicts with army command and mobilization reform; Fedorov had driven tech-focused upgrades and drone capabilities but clashed with top generals, setting the stage for a new defense minister as the cabinet reshuffle unfolds.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to remove defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov—an architect of the wartime drone program and defence-tech push—in a broad cabinet reshuffle designed to refresh his government as the war enters a new phase. Fedorov’s startup-style leadership and anti-corruption stance earned support but also clash with traditional military leaders and procurement interests; his fate (stay, move, or exit) remains undecided as Zelenskyy readies his new government and a reshaped strategy for the conflict.
Ukraine is developing low-cost interceptor missiles to counter Russian Shahed-type drones, with prototypes in testing and plans to increase production tenfold and stockpile for fall and winter after Russia’s strikes on energy infrastructure. The push aims for a high interception rate (about 95%), supported by more private air-defense units and ongoing reforms to recruitment, procurement, and ensuring a basic drone supply to brigades.
Ukraine's new Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov says about 2 million people are evading mobilization and 200,000 soldiers are AWOL, highlighting a severe manpower shortage as Ukraine pushes army reforms, improves front-line infrastructure, and fights corruption.
Ukraine's digital minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, announced plans for the production of thousands of long-range drones capable of deep strikes into Russia in 2024, with up to 10 companies already manufacturing drones that can reach Moscow and St Petersburg. The country has seen a significant increase in drone production and deliveries, with a focus on deregulation and state venture funding to boost the industry. Fedorov aims to increase financing for military tech startups and achieve greater self-sufficiency in drone production, while also addressing logistical challenges and ending state monopolies on drone ammunition production.
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's Minister of Digital Transformation, is leading the country's fight against Russia in the cyber sphere, overseeing projects securing drones, rolling out public service apps, and organizing a volunteer IT army of about 200,000 engaged in cyberwarfare with Russia. Fedorov has also helped shape Ukraine's online campaign to shame Russia and call out its alleged abuses on social media platforms. He is also managing the crucial link between the federal government and the Ukrainian people across several digital platforms, including the web portal and phone app called Diia, which around 19 million Ukrainian citizens use to quickly and easily access public services.